Author: Aroma Of Life

Aroma Of Life is a webzine that taps into the world of blogging and gives people a space they can rely on for great resources, design inspiration, tutorials etc. Part fashion blog, part glossy mag, part fantasy travel portal, it is your ultimate online destination for stylish daydreams. The blog has following categories : Apparel, Accessories, Travel, Staycations, Decor, Brand Review, Beauty Review and Jaipur - Travel & Crafts.

Think of a plush five star banquet, high-end brands and an eclectic theme based decor : that's Funky Fish for you. After the first two editions of Enchanted Garden and Dream Catcher, this year's theme was "Patakha Pop". The brands were a mix of apparel, jewellery, footwear, skincare and sweet treats. What made this couture…

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Chumbak as a brand is all about joie de vivre. Their stores are so vibrant and eclectic that every visit fills you with zest and delight. I love their motto of #makehappy 😊. Recently, the brand came up with their skincare range, something very different from their usual categories. The packaging is aesthetically pleasing and…

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When you buy something made by a person, there is something special and you do feel it. The consciousness with which a thing is made is often more important than the things itself. Handmade things are so aesthetically pleasing and even the imperfections in them add charm. I never leave a chance to attend any…

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How to reach : The way to experience real India is to be away from the chaotic tourist towns and pages of the usual guide books. This real India : inspires and humbles, is artistic yet genuine, simultaneously incredible and heartbreaking and surely takes a little effort to find. One such place is the quaint…

"Jhalak" : A Hindi word which means 'glimpse', and a glimpse into lifestyle and societal trends is what I get at these expos. This one was held in the plush banquet of hotel Holiday Inn, Jaipur. With the festive season coming up, it was the perfect place to shop for ethnic outfits, jewellery, accessories, shoes…

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My favorite way to get to know a culture is by getting lost in the markets of the locals. It is the best way to see how people really live, how they eat and interact, and in what they place value. Goa has two such markets, which are held once every week : Anjuna Flea…

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Anantaya is a lifestyle design studio that is centered on the philosophy of using traditional crafts in a contemporary style. The gamut of products designed include home decor, textiles, lighting, furniture, gifts etc. The store is located in the beautiful environs of Narain Niwas Palace, a place that provides a perfectly apt background for such…

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I never tire of the hills. The wide open spaces and star-filled skies inspire me, define me. In the mountains, there's always something to learn, and I feel like I am capable of so much more than I imagined. This was me reminiscing about my trip to Nainital, here's the link. Then we did another…

It was the name Bookchor (Chor = Thief) that fascinated me into finding more about this company. Their aim is to make reading affordable by selling second-hand books at reasonable prices. You get to buy as well as sell books on their website, so increasing reading base without spending too much. Their quality inspectors ensure that the…

Another expo in the pink city, but with a very elaborate and eclectic decor. Shopping is such a great experience amidst such vibrant spaces and with so many unique things to choose from. It was an amalgamation of apparel ranging from gotta patti to block prints, embellished footwear and quirky juttis, handbags and ornamented clutches,…

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When it comes to giving much needed nutrition to the skin, nothing beats sheet masks. Dearpacker sheet masks are my absolute favourite, Sephora ones didn't impress me much and now it is time to review sheet masks from another Korean brand called It's Skin. The masks are priced at rupees hundred each, there was an…

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If you remember our very first blogpost on Nainital , we did mention about covering the best places to stay as there are no renowned hotel chains in Nainital. The three best hotels to stay are : The Naini Retreat, Shervani Hilltop, The Manu Maharani. Here we are reviewing our favourite out of the lot, The Naini Retreat…

Writing for this blog has taken me on unexpected adventures and opened up so many unbelievable experiences. I have learnt to celebrate life in the moment : putting your best foot forward, wearing a pretty dress just because, using the good plates, living in harmony with the nature, and taking care of the ones you…

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If you haven't read the first part of this blogpost, quickly head to this link . Gulmohar Lane website is like a decor journal in itself, there's a dedicated video explaining the genesis of each of their collection and even a visualisation of their furniture in different kinds of spaces. There's even more stuff like…

Aspiration was one of the first lifestyle expos that we covered for the blog. The decor was vibrant and there were a lot of stalls selling some amazing apparel and accessories. I could not resist the temptation and did buy some chic accessories. This year's expo had an even elaborate decor and a wide variety of participating…